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rockcress

Most members of rockcress are perennial plants with pubescent leaves with stellate trichomes, narrow curving fruits, and small white to purple flowers in elongated racemes. Rockcress is a primarily North American genus, most diverse in the western United States but its distribution range also includes Greenland and the Russian Far East.

Scientific classification

Genus

rockcress (Boechera)

Family

Cruciferae

Order

Mustards, capers, and allies

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Deciduous

Leaf type

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Species

Smooth rockcress Short's rockcress Holboell's rockcress Lyall's rockcress Perennial rockcress Lemmon's rockcress Shasta rockcress Beautiful rockcress

Care Guide for rockcress

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Water: Adapted to temperate regions, rockcress thrives with moderate moisture and tolerates brief dry spells. Weekly watering aligns with its natural rainfall patterns, supporting health and vigor. As an outdoor plant in rocky terrains, rockcress efficiently utilizes water during its growing season, ensuring survival despite inconsistent precipitation.

Propagation: Propagation of rockcress involves seed sowing with fresh seeds for optimal results. Stratification is essential for germination. Use well-draining soil, maintain consistent moisture, and provide sunlight or partial shade. Follow these steps: collect seeds, stratify if needed, sow, ensure moisture, provide light, and transplant seedlings when sturdy.

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